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Private Forestry within the Upper Chippewa River Basin

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When you think of "Wisconsin's Northwoods," do you think of vast areas of public forest land?  Many people do, but did you know that a majority (58%)of the forest land within the Upper Chippewa Basin is privately owned?  In fact, a majority of Wisconsin's forestland is privately owned.  See the figure below. Ownership of Wisconsin's forestland by ownership class, image courtesy of WI-DNR

Private landowners hold an important place in shaping the future of Wisconsin's bountiful forests.  If you are one of them, consider your role in that effort.  You can be partly responsible for the continued health of our forest resources or you could be partly responsible for exacerbating current problems like forest fragmentation, the spread of exotic or invasive species, and the lack of endangered species habitat.  Take advantage of the technical assistance that is available from foresters, wildlife professionals, and others in order to get the most from your forestland.  

For more information about forestry, visit the Wisconsin Woodland Assistance website or any of the Wisconsin DNR's Private Forestry pages listed below (Note: All links below leave this site, click back to return):

• Private Forestry within Wisconsin DNR
• Uses of Wisconsin's Forests
• Caring for Your Forest
• Professional Help
• Financial Help
• Educational Opportunities

For more information on useful forestry contacts and publications, visit the UW-Madison Forest Ecology & Management Extension page.